Lax Enforcement Costs Workers $15 Billion in Wage Theft02/21/18 - Teamsters local 570Feb. 21, 2018 | WAGES | Eighteen states and 20 cities raised their minimum wages on January 1. But many workers aren’t getting their raises because the federal and state governments don’t have the resources—and, all too often, just don’t care enough—to enforce minimum wage and overtime laws.

Lax Enforcement Costs Workers $15 Billion in Wage Theft02/21/18 - Teamsters local 570Feb. 21, 2018 | WAGES | Eighteen states and 20 cities raised their minimum wages on January 1. But many workers aren’t getting their raises because the federal and state governments don’t have the resources—and, all too often, just don’t care enough—to enforce minimum wage and overtime laws.

Lax Enforcement Costs Workers $15 Billion in Wage Theft02/21/18 - Teamsters Local 355Feb. 21, 2018 | WAGES | Eighteen states and 20 cities raised their minimum wages on January 1. But many workers aren’t getting their raises because the federal and state governments don’t have the resources—and, all too often, just don’t care enough—to enforce minimum wage and overtime laws.

Local 767 Union Steward Meeting02/21/18 - Teamsters Local 767Attention All Local 767 Stewards
There will be a Stewards Only Meeting this Saturday February 24th at 9:00 AM. Before the General Membership Meeting. Please make plans to attend.

Remove Broadcast Archive Messages02/21/18 - support.unionactive.comThere is a delete icon now in the recent broadcast archives list. Click the icon to remove a message from the archive history list.

Ray Shetler Jr. not guilty in deadly police officer shooting02/21/18 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOPAn innocent man doesn't flee the scene of a murder, lead police on a six-hour manhunt, and get rid of their clothing and weapon. This is an absolute tragedy for Officer Reed's family, his department and police officers everywhere. It's unconscionable that a jury did not do the right thing in this senseless act of killing a police officer.

COLA Adjustment02/21/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWUIn accordance with the 2015-2018 Collective Bargaining Agreement, career employees represented by the APWU will receive a 25 cent per hour cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), effective March 3, 2018. The increase is the result of a rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W). It will appear in paychecks dated March 23, 2018 (Pay Period 06-2018), and will total $520.

Lax Enforcement Costs Workers $15 Billion in Wage Theft02/21/18 - Teamsters Local 888Feb. 21, 2018 | WAGES | Eighteen states and 20 cities raised their minimum wages on January 1. But many workers aren’t getting their raises because the federal and state governments don’t have the resources—and, all too often, just don’t care enough—to enforce minimum wage and overtime laws.

March General Membership Meeting02/20/18 - CWA Local 1103March 2018 General Membership Meeting
When: Thursday March 29th 2018 5:30PM
Where Teamster Local 456, 160S.

Oregon Lobby Day02/20/18 - AFSCME Local 2067Register for Oregon Lobby Day on February 20, 2018! You're invited to join AFSCME members from around the state to talk to state legislators about protecting PERS and maintaining high quallity healthcare for state employees.
If you want to attend, help with collecting letters from your co-workers or working the phones, contact your union stewards and officers or call/text 503-510-0241.

Member and Retiree History Videos02/20/18 - IUOE 302Local 302 Member and Retiree Oral History Videos
Please make some time and view our new Local 302 Member and Retiree Oral History Video section. You can find the link on the menu to the left or Right Here.

The Trump Administration’s War on Workers02/20/18 - Teamsters local 570Feb. 20, 2018 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | When Donald Trump was running for the presidency, he promised that, if he was elected, “the American worker[s] will finally have a president who will protect them and fight for them.

Early Voting for March Primary Elections Has Started02/20/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association encourages its members and their family members who are registered to vote, to please vote in the March Primary Election. We also ask that you please support our endorsed candidates by casting your vote for them. A list of our endorsements is under ELECTIONS on the right hand column on this website.

The Trump Administration’s War on Workers02/20/18 - Teamsters Local 355Feb. 20, 2018 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | When Donald Trump was running for the presidency, he promised that, if he was elected, “the American worker[s] will finally have a president who will protect them and fight for them.

The Trump Administration’s War on Workers02/20/18 - Teamsters Local 992Feb. 20, 2018 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | When Donald Trump was running for the presidency, he promised that, if he was elected, “the American worker[s] will finally have a president who will protect them and fight for them.

The Trump Administration’s War on Workers02/20/18 - Teamsters Local 888Feb. 20, 2018 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | When Donald Trump was running for the presidency, he promised that, if he was elected, “the American worker[s] will finally have a president who will protect them and fight for them.

Teamsters Leader Condemns Inaction in Helping Dreamers02/19/18 - Teamsters local 570Feb. 19, 2018 | IMMIGRATION | Teamsters President Jim Hoffa had strong words for lawmakers Friday after they failed to pass legislation that would have helped immigrants who were brought into the country illegally as children. […] “The issue of immigration is not always easy and undoubtedly will be closely parsed by those in Congress,” Hoffa said in a statement.

2nd Annual EPMPOA Fallen Officers' Memorial Car Show02/19/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationJoin us for the 2nd Annual EPMPOA Fallen Officers’ Memorial Car Show on April 7, 2018 at the Southwest University Diesel Shop located at 6500 Montana. Proceeds will go to the remodeling of the Police Memorial located at Chuck Heinrich Park. Any questions please email epmpoacarshow@yahoo.

Get the facts on Janus02/19/18 - AFSCME Local 2067Get the facts on Janus. A case before the Supreme Court threatens the rights of all public sector workers to organize and have a voice on the job. Every single AFSCME member needs to know what’s at stake, so check out the Council 75 guide to Janus to learn the facts.

Teamsters Leader Condemns Inaction in Helping Dreamers02/19/18 - Teamsters Local 355Feb. 19, 2018 | IMMIGRATION | Teamsters President Jim Hoffa had strong words for lawmakers Friday after they failed to pass legislation that would have helped immigrants who were brought into the country illegally as children. […] “The issue of immigration is not always easy and undoubtedly will be closely parsed by those in Congress,” Hoffa said in a statement.

Cell Phone Usage02/19/18 - Teamsters Local 289~~By David Montgomery | Pioneer Press
PUBLISHED: February 6, 2017 at 4:09 pm | UPDATED: February 7, 2017 at 5:59 pm
Minnesota could be about to clamp down even more on mobile phone use while driving.
Several state lawmakers are proposing a ban on all cellphone use while driving, except in hands-free mode.

Teamsters Leader Condemns Inaction in Helping Dreamers02/19/18 - Teamsters Local 992Feb. 19, 2018 | IMMIGRATION | Teamsters President Jim Hoffa had strong words for lawmakers Friday after they failed to pass legislation that would have helped immigrants who were brought into the country illegally as children. […] “The issue of immigration is not always easy and undoubtedly will be closely parsed by those in Congress,” Hoffa said in a statement.

Teamsters Leader Condemns Inaction in Helping Dreamers02/19/18 - Teamsters Local 888Feb. 19, 2018 | IMMIGRATION | Teamsters President Jim Hoffa had strong words for lawmakers Friday after they failed to pass legislation that would have helped immigrants who were brought into the country illegally as children. […] “The issue of immigration is not always easy and undoubtedly will be closely parsed by those in Congress,” Hoffa said in a statement.

Brother Caiazza in the AC Press02/18/18 - International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local #77In case you missed it, the Atlantic City Press did an article on Brother Mike Caiazza. http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/wrestling/former-eht-wrestling-coach-now-on-the-other-side-of/article_5d92c746-45ba-5232-a734-07bc402d38ee.

Wage violations too often unenforced02/18/18 - Great Plains Laborers' District CouncilAs Democrats make raising the minimum wage a centerpiece of their 2018 campaigns, and Republicans call for states to handle the issue, both are missing an important problem: Wage laws are poorly enforced, with workers often unable to recover back pay even after the government rules in their favor.

Electrical Safety for Stagehands 02/17/18 - IATSE Local 33The Training Committee is offering "Electrical Safety for Stagehands @ PRG"
Date/Time: Friday, March 2nd, @ 9:00 a.m.
If you would like to reserve a spot in this class, please use the e-mail link listed below.
Do not call the office.

Charlotte Bus Driver & Union Member02/17/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWUDebra Franklin a union member and a CATS bus driver gives back to those less fortunate. Please read about her efforts.
http://aflcionc.

ABF NEGOTIATIONS - TEAMSTERS MAKE PROGRESS02/16/18 - Teamsters Local 492TEAMSTERS MAKE PROGRESS THIS
WEEK AT ABF NEGOTIATIONS
This week, the Teamster National Freight Industry Negotiating Committee (TNFINC) and ABF Freight resumed bargaining for a new national collective bargaining agreement and the Union reported progress on some of the issues. The current agreement is set to expire on March 31, 2018.

In Case You Missed It02/16/18 - Teamsters Local 355 • Now arriving at America’s airports: Unions.
• How unions help immigrants resist deportation.
• NY Teamsters form ‘sanctuary union’ to fight ICE agents.
• Freedom Foundation not a friend to working-class families.
• A new generation is driving the future of the labor movement.

In Case You Missed It02/16/18 - Teamsters local 570 • Now arriving at America’s airports: Unions.
• How unions help immigrants resist deportation.
• NY Teamsters form ‘sanctuary union’ to fight ICE agents.
• Freedom Foundation not a friend to working-class families.
• A new generation is driving the future of the labor movement.

Scholarship Available 02/16/18 - IBEW Local 4832018 Jerry Beckendorf Community Service Scholarship is Now Open!
Are you a graduating senior, have a parent or guardian that is a Union member, and live in Pierce County. Apply today!
Every year we grant approximately $10,000 to students who demonstrate a dedication to community and social service.
Applications are due on March 15th, 2018.

UPS & UPS Freight National Negotiations Update02/16/18 - Teamsters Local 89Feb 16, 2018 –
Moments ago, we received notification that Teamsters Local 89 Business Agent Mike Rankin had been removed from his positions on the UPS and UPS Freight National Negotiating Committees by Denis Taylor, Package Division Director for the IBT.

Premise Technician Overtime Payment Issue Fixed02/16/18 - International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 21During 2017 bargaining improvements were made in the overtime language for Premise Technicians (Appendix C Article 5.03). Personal Days and Floating Holidays are now included in the calculation of hours counted towards weekly overtime. The language took effect on June 25, 2017 but the company’s payroll systems were not updated to include this provision. We are happy to announce the issue has been resolved. Premise Technicians who were affected will be receiving a retroactive overtime pay correction on either their February 16th or February 23rd check, depending on their pay cycle.

JCBA Update 02.16.1802/16/18 - TWU Local 568The Executive Negotiating Committee met face to face with American Airlines this week in Washington D.C. Complete Tentative Agreements were reached on:
Filling of Vacancies-MLS
Discussions continued on the MLS Classifications Article that contains some Scope provisions. The parties have narrowed their positions in this article.

New Federal RailroadAdministrator Confirmed02/16/18 - Brotherhood of Railroad SignalmenOn Tuesday, February 13, 2018, the Senate confirmed the nomination of Ronald Batory as Federal Railroad Administrator. Batory has a 46-year career in railroad operations, with his most recent position being Chief Operating Officer and President of Conrail leading up to his retirement on March 31, 2017.

In cCase You Missed It02/16/18 - Teamsters Local 992 • Now arriving at America’s airports: Unions.
• How unions help immigrants resist deportation.
• NY Teamsters form ‘sanctuary union’ to fight ICE agents.
• Freedom Foundation not a friend to working-class families.
• A new generation is driving the future of the labor movement.

Letter: ‘Right to Work Laws’ Defy Common Sense02/16/18 - Teamsters local 570Feb. 16, 2018 | OPINION | You want to play a round of golf? Pay at the clubhouse. You want to go to a bar that has a live band? Pay the cover charge. Are you a business owner who wants to reap the benefits the Chamber of Commerce has to offer? Pay your dues. Do you see a pattern here? There is no such thing as a free lunch… limaohio.

Letter: ‘Right to Work Laws’ Defy Common Sense02/16/18 - Teamsters Local 355Feb. 16, 2018 | OPINION | You want to play a round of golf? Pay at the clubhouse. You want to go to a bar that has a live band? Pay the cover charge. Are you a business owner who wants to reap the benefits the Chamber of Commerce has to offer? Pay your dues. Do you see a pattern here? There is no such thing as a free lunch… limaohio.

Special Offer from Hoy VW for EPMPOA Members and Other First Responders02/16/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationHoy Volkswagen located at 1122 Airway Blvd., has a special offer for First Responders. As a small token of their appreciation for helping to make El Paso one of the safest cities in America, through the end of February 2018 they are offering rebates on top of any other incentives, on the purchase of a new Volkswagen vehicle.

AFL-CIO LEGISLATIVE UPDATE 2-16-201802/16/18 - Laborers' Local 231February 16, 2018, is the deadline for bill introductions in both chambers. The next few weeks will be used for committees to study and decide which bills should be advanced to the floor for consideration. The Senate will convene on Tuesday, February 20th and will be the only chamber in session.